How Long Can a Flood-Damaged Car Last After Repair?

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DeEllie
07/30/25 5:49am
It depends on the vehicle's condition. Here are the relevant details: 1. Flood-damaged cars: They cannot be fully restored to their original state and pose significant safety hazards. For example, the electronic systems are prone to short circuits, and if critical systems like ABS anti-lock braking, ESP stability control, or the engine ECU fail, the consequences could be dire. 2. Cooling and deformation: Hot components like the engine and exhaust pipe may cool rapidly and deform when submerged, creating unbalanced stresses that reduce their lifespan. Additionally, dirty water can corrode the damaged body structure, and some hidden areas cannot be properly painted or rust-proofed, leading to gradual corrosion of the body structure. This is one of the main reasons why flood-damaged cars should be avoided.
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